Description
Make sure you are ADA compliant so you can avoid complaints and potential litigation.Facilities that do not comply with the ADA Standards can be difficult for people to use and can also lead to complaints and potentially litigation. It is important to understand the application of the ADA and other standards for various types of facilities so you can avoid these situations. This topic will provide you with the tools to determine which requirements apply, develop a plan to execute and verify compliant spaces, and identify the impact on your industry. We will also look at trends in current litigation and how new guidance may enact further requirements.
Date: 2021-10-13 Start Time: End Time:
Learning Objectives
Introduction to the ADA Standards
• Time Frames for New Construction and Alterations
• Key Requirements of the Title II and Title III Regulations
• Challenges to Applying Accessibility Requirements
Planning for Compliance
• Understanding How to Apply ADA Standards in New Buildings and Existing Buildings
• Understanding How Federal, State and Local Requirements Apply
• Design as a Tool for Compliance
• Identifying Possible Challenges for Different Industries
• Verifying That Standards Are Met
The Future of Accessibility
• Examining Current Litigation
• Potential Changes and Updates to the Standards
• Pending Guidance
AIA ,CLE (Please check the Detailed Credit Information page for states that have already been approved) ,ENG ,ICC ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.
Kate Gonzalez-LCM Architects
